Wasco successfully completes major maintenance works to raw water pipeline

The Water and Sewerage Company Inc. (WASCO) announces the successful completion of repairs to the raw water pipeline between the John Compton Dam and the Theobalds Treatment Plant in Ciceron. This is an exercise that must continue until the replacement of the entire pipeline has been completed.

Despite the inherent challenges of working in wet conditions due to overnight rainfall, WASCO technicians achieved a repair turnaround time of approximately 36 hours, with a scope of work that involved the replacement of 18 defected sections of the pipeline by welding.

As of 8:00 PM on Saturday 2nd March 2024 WASCO commenced the systematic reopening of the water distribution network. To optimize system performance throughout the restoration process, service to northern customers is being reinstated in a phased approach. The public is reminded that consumers residing at higher elevations and at the extreme ends of the network may experience delays and low flows as pressure rebuilds on the network.

WASCO remains committed to addressing water supply challenges and to ensuring that the operation of our infrastructure meets the needs of our consumers. We are extremely grateful for the cooperation and understanding of the public during this period of maintenance, as we work to enhance the reliability of the island’s water distribution network.

WASCO has activated a dry season mitigation plan as we are experiencing low flows from our various raw water sources throughout the island. We take this opportunity to remind the public to be mindful that WASCO does not generate water. The company is responsible for abstracting water from these sources, treating the water and to then distribute it to the public of Saint Lucia. We encourage our consumers to continue to conserve water where possible, as we work to efficiently and sustainably manage our natural resources.